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Lynda Ferhah

Olmsted Falls,OH

Summary

Foreign trained hematology physician with over 8 years of clinical experience in hospital medicine, hematology and medical record review. Recently completed the HCPro CDI Boot Camp and earned the CDI-10-CM Certificate.

Currently preparing for the AHIMA CDIP certification exam.

Overview

1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Hematology Physician

Public Hospital-AIN EL HAMMAM, ALGERIA
Algeria
10.2021 - 01.2024

Achieved effective management of benign and malignant hematologic disorders, enhancing patient care outcomes.

Diagnosed various hematologic conditions, including anemia and leukemia, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.

Conducted thorough clinical assessments and interpreted laboratory results to inform differential diagnoses.

Reviewed complex medical records meticulously, ensuring accuracy in clinical documentation and patient history.

Engaged in multidisciplinary case discussions, integrating insights from internal medicine, oncology, and pathology.

Monitored treatment responses and disease progression, adhering to evidence-based clinical guidelines.

Identified significant secondary diagnoses impacting patient management, leading to tailored treatment strategies.

Collaborated with attending physicians to refine clinical decision-making and improve documentation practices.

Hematology Resident Physician

University Hospital of Tizi Ouzou Hematology Department Service
Algeria
11.2016 - 11.2020
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by diagnosing complex hematological conditions effectively.
  • Collaborated with teams to create tailored treatment plans for diverse patients.
  • Interpreted advanced lab test results to inform critical clinical decisions.
  • Mentored residents in patient care best practices and procedural techniques.
  • Completed four-year clinical hematology residency at a university teaching hospital.
  • Conducted thorough clinical assessments to formulate accurate differential diagnoses.

Primary Care Physician

Public Hospital Aoulef Adrar Algeria
Algeria
11.2015 - 07.2016
  • Delivered comprehensive primary care to adult patients in public hospital.
  • Conducted thorough evaluations for acute and chronic medical conditions.
  • Diagnosed and managed common conditions like infections and hypertension effectively.
  • Ordered and interpreted lab tests to ensure accurate diagnoses and treatments.
  • Provided preventive care and health counseling to enhance patient well-being.
  • Coordinated urgent cases and referrals for specialty services as necessary.

Medical Intern. Rotational Internship

University Hospital of Tizi Ouzou Algeria
Algeria
09.2014 - 08.2015

Completed a full-time rotating internship across multiple hospital departments

Traumatology (3 months): participated in the evaluation and initial management of trauma patients, assisted in surgical emergency care.

Pediatrics & Neonatology (3 months): provided care in pediatric wards and participated in pediatric and neonatal emergency services.

Obstetrics & Gynecology (3 months): assisted in gynecologic emergencies, labor and delivery unit, and operating room activities.
pulmonary (3 months): managed patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions and participated in medical emergency department coverage.

Performed clinical assessments, reviewed laboratory and imaging results, and contributed to diagnostic decision-making under supervision.

Collaborated with multidisciplinary medical and nursing teams to ensure continuity of patient care

Education

Specialist Physician - Hematology

Faculty of Medicine, Mouloud Mammeri University of Tizi Ouzo
Algeria
02-2021

M.D. - Medecine

Faculty of Medicine, Mouloud Mammeri University of Tizi Ouzo
Algeria
08-2015

High School Diploma -

Mustapha Ben Boulaid High School
Algeria
06-2008

Skills

  • Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI)
  • Medical Record Review
  • ICD-10-CM Knowledge
  • Diagnostic Validation
  • Clinical Indicators Analysis
  • Physician Query Process
  • DRG Fundamentals
  • Severity of Illness (SOI)
  • Risk of Mortality (ROM)
  • Clinical Documentation Improvement
  • Healthcare Compliance
  • Electronic Health Records (EHR)
  • Medical Necessity Review
  • Quality Improvement
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Languages

English
Professional Working
French
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual

Certification

HCPro CDI Boot Camp Certificate
Completed Mai 2026

ICD-10-CM Certificate
Completed January 2026

Preparing for AHIMA CDIP Certification Exam

Timeline

Hematology Physician

Public Hospital-AIN EL HAMMAM, ALGERIA
10.2021 - 01.2024

Hematology Resident Physician

University Hospital of Tizi Ouzou Hematology Department Service
11.2016 - 11.2020

Primary Care Physician

Public Hospital Aoulef Adrar Algeria
11.2015 - 07.2016

Medical Intern. Rotational Internship

University Hospital of Tizi Ouzou Algeria
09.2014 - 08.2015

Specialist Physician - Hematology

Faculty of Medicine, Mouloud Mammeri University of Tizi Ouzo

M.D. - Medecine

Faculty of Medicine, Mouloud Mammeri University of Tizi Ouzo

High School Diploma -

Mustapha Ben Boulaid High School